Welcome to the Blue Heeler Film Festival 2025!
Submissions are now open for the 12th annual Blue Heeler Film Festival and it's with great excitement that we announce the theme for 2025.
'Nurture' seeks to inspire films that celebrate the power of nurturing—whether it’s caring for the environment, fostering relationships, supporting personal growth, or cultivating new ideas.
This year, we want to celebrate how nurturing helps us grow, heal, and connect with others. We can’t wait to see the creative ways you tell these stories!. But remember, failure to address the theme could lead to disqualification. Stay tuned for further updates on our big plans for this year's Festival!
Award Ceremony Night Details
Date: Friday, October 31, 2025
Time: 6:30 PM (Australian Eastern Daylight Time)
Location: TBC - Denman NSW.
🏆 Categories to Look Out For
1. Secondary School Category - Junior
A platform for young talent aged 14-15 to shine.
2. Secondary School Category - Senior
A platform for young talent aged 16-17 to shine.
2. Open Category
For all creatives aged 18 and over.
Emerging talents from all corners of Australia, this is your stage to share your artistry. In need of inspiration? The rural life of Australia offers a rich tapestry of narratives.
A platform for young talent aged 14-15 to shine.
2. Secondary School Category - Senior
A platform for young talent aged 16-17 to shine.
2. Open Category
For all creatives aged 18 and over.
Emerging talents from all corners of Australia, this is your stage to share your artistry. In need of inspiration? The rural life of Australia offers a rich tapestry of narratives.
🎉 Awards & Prizes
- First Prize for the Open Category - $10,000 AUD + 'The Golden Bluey'
- First Prize for Secondary School - Senior Category - $2,500 AUD + 'The Golden Bluey'
- First Prize for Secondary School - Junior Category - $2,500 AUD + 'The Golden Bluey'
Special Category Awards
- Best Local Film
- Best Actor
- Best Cinematography
- Best Animation
- Best First Nations Film
